CONNECT

PLAY

CREATE

A welcoming social space by JACE Ability where participants can meet new people, build friendships, try new activities and have fun in a supportive environment.

BELONG

What is the

Social Hangout?

A place to hang out, make friends and be yourself.

The Social Hangout is JACE Ability’s social group space in the Hawkesbury, created to bring people together in a relaxed, welcoming and supportive environment.

From gaming and movie nights to cooking, creative activities and community outings, there’s always something happening.

Our activities are designed to encourage social connection, confidence, independence and community participation, while most importantly, having a good time!

Gaming Zone

PC gaming, Nintendo, multiplayer games and friendly competitions.

Kitchen & Food

Pizza Nights, taco nights, cooking activities and shared meals

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Whats at The Social Hangout?

Movie Zone

Movie nights, popcorn, pizza and participant picked movies.

Chill & Social Zone

Board games, cards, conversations and somewhere to simply hangout

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Creative Zone

Arts, crafts, projects and themed activities.

Community Adventures

Bowling, go-karting, wildlife parks, movies, dining out and other group activities

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Upcoming Hangouts

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Who can join The Social Hangout?

The Social Hangout welcomes NDIS participants looking to:

meet new people & develop friendships
build social confidence
participate in group activities
explore new interests
develop independence
access their local community
simply have somewhere fun and welcoming to hang out

Pricing & NDIS Funding

Using your NDIS funding:

The Social Hangout activities may be able to be accessed using eligible NDIS funding, depending on your individual plan, goals and funding arrangements.

JACE Ability is a registered NDIS provider.

Not sure if you can use your funding?

Get in touch with our team and we’ll be happy to discuss the activity with you or your Support Coordinator.

How it works:

STEP ONE: Choose an activity.

Check out our upcoming Social Hangout calendar.

STEP TWO: Book your spot.

Complete our quick online booking and intake form.

STEP THREE: We get in touch.

Our JACE Ability team will confirm the activity and make sure we have the information needed to support.

STEP FOUR: Come hang out!

Check out our upcoming Social Hangout calendar.

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FAQs

Can I come by myself?
You’re welcome to join without a friend or family member! Before your first visit, we’ll discuss your support needs to make sure the activity and available support are suitable for you.

Can I bring my own support worker?
Please contact us before booking if you’d like to bring your own support worker as we do provide support workers. We’ll confirm arrangements, including space and any activity costs that may apply.

What age groups can attend?
The Social Hangout welcomes participants aged 18+. Some activities may cater to particular age groups, so please check the event details before booking. We are taking

Can we tour the facilities prior to attending the event?

Yes we do allow people to walk through to feel more comfortable and to get a feel of the place. Please contact the team to organise a walk through of our facilities.

How many people attend each activity?
Group sizes vary depending on the activity and participants’ support needs. Each session has limited places. Contact us if you’d like to know the expected group size before booking.

Can I use my NDIS funding?
You may be able to use your NDIS funding for eligible support to participate, depending on your plan and funding arrangements. Our team will discuss support charges and any separate activity expenses with you before you attend.

Do you accept plan-managed participants?
Yes! We can arrange to send invoices for eligible NDIS supports directly to your plan manager. Please provide their details during onboarding.

Do you accept self-managed participants?
Yes! We can provide invoices for your supports so you can manage payment using your NDIS funding, in line with your plan. Payment will need to be made prior to the activity.

Do you accept NDIA-managed participants?
JACE Ability is a registered NDIS provider. Please contact us before booking so we can confirm whether the supports for your chosen activity are covered by our registration and suitable for your funding arrangements.

Is food included?
Food arrangements vary between activities. Please check the event description for what’s included and any additional costs. Let us know about allergies or dietary requirements before attending so we can discuss what we can accommodate.

Do I need to bring anything?
Bring a water bottle and any personal items you need to feel comfortable. If an activity requires anything extra, we’ll include this in the event details or booking information.

Can you provide transport?
JACE Transport does provide transport options, including wheelchair-accessible options. Please organise this with our team in advance. Transport is subject to availability, and costs will be discussed separately.

What happens if I need to cancel?
Please let us know as soon as possible if you can’t attend. Cancellation charges may apply under your agreed booking terms or service agreement. We’ll explain these before you book.

Where is The Social Hangout located?
The Social Hangout is based in Mulgrave, in the Hawkesbury.

📍 Unit 4, 18 Precision Place, Mulgrave, NSW 2753.